Q1. How does the Division of Capital Construction and Facilities Maintenance (DCCFM) assist local governments in their construction and improvement projects for local detention centers?

In May of every year, DCCFM, on behalf of the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services for the State of Maryland, solicits requests from each county for financial assistance for new detention facilities and capital improvements for older facilities. The responses from the counties must include a five-year projection of estimated requests and projects.

Q6. Are building projects the only projects the State will provide partial funding for local governments?

No. The State of Maryland can provide assistance for capital improvements and even capital equipment. Please refer to the Local Jail Capital Improvement Program Policy and Procedures Manual for qualifying details.

Capital equipment is items that have a life expectancy of at least 15 years and generally are permanently installed. Examples of capital equipment are steel bunks for inmates. Computer equipment would not be considered capital equipment due to a short life expectancy.

Procurement Contracting

Q1. Who do I contact concerning Minority and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (MBE) information?

The Maryland Department of Transportation's website has a large section that
deals with MBE issues. Also, Maryland's MBE law changed, effective July
1, 2002 and this website is an excellent source of information. Click here to go directly to learn more about MBE.